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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 13, 1954
Page
1
Citizens clash with taxi drivers over fare rates and traffic as officials warn firms after repeated complaints. City leaders discuss enforcement steps and public protests while urging companies to address concerns at Ray's Corner and Moon area.
At a Benalia council meeting Mr Watean reported difficulty in faulting dog owners and no action could be taken. Dr Peruano confirmed kennels were clean with about 22 dogs and advised legal guidance. Mr Pierce had complained about rear kennels but the health officers found no fault thus no action.
Benalla Shire Council criticized the Education Department at a meeting over septic systems at district schools. Gr Cleary urged action to have septic tanks installed at Devenish and other towns. Councillors argued the department lagged behind the township needs and discussed charging the shire for long‑standing facilities.
Fragmentary notes describe a farm matter with figures and dates in a cryptic early text. The readable elements mention a farm, Tenet, and a reference to 1281 plus associated costs or valuations. Further specifics are unclear due to damaged OCR.
The Benalla and District Rifle Club reports a Saturday shooting event with results led by Joland Gheedan and James, posting scores around 49 and 105. A planned work day to clear uprooted debris from a billow site is scheduled for 1 pm with members asked to bring a shovel and axe.
A scrambled report from the Small Bore Rifle Club describes a shoot between two teams, Lael and Barr, with a high scoring performance. Key figures include Kerr achieving the top percentage near 100, and mentions J Mackerell, Adley, Mathaws, and Biewart with multiple weights and scores listed in the event summary.
The Public Works Department advised Monday's Shire Council that a £1500 subsidy funded towards the Thoona Public Mall is approved to proceed pending plane and specifications. Reimbursement claims will be paid if funds allow. The Thworm public call allocation was referenced, and councillors were asked to confer with Mall committees and report back.
Young People's Department Melbourne announces visits by Lile Han Jom Middleton Greeme Sunderland to Bennie for weekend services at Benalin Raddayin Nie Ws Bunday. They will collect for Young People's parment and hold a special in the John Cooper Hall. Local church leaders include Commander Mr charden Mills Deputy Mr ite Parishes Dean and Mr Torle Devie as Chit Keitgat.
Court upholds the council as a public body with authority to handle prosecution over a tree cutting on Crown land. Sellars admits cutting part of a tree on Benalls Road claiming overhanging wires posed danger, while witnesses cite public interest and management of Crown land.
The article details a Saturday basketball event at Mtn Kaatera and a community drive at Deniaiin where 42 tires were collected for the St nance Woodwoll Club. It mentions local gatherings and informal weekend activities, reflecting a small turnout and ongoing club efforts.
The article describes Benalla's royal tour with various town events, coronation decorations, and photography by a developing club. It highlights the first appearance of Her Majesty Queen in Dermat and praise for local enthusiasts who organized the event, with the mayor presenting a vote of thanks.
Obituary notices report the death of Mare Agnes Deard of Canianbo and benalla area with details of her family, residence history, and funeral arrangements. Helen Sullivan of Wangaratta Herald died at 61 in Benalla with services arranged by local undertakers and pallbearers listed.
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